How many separate files does Connecticut require for prescription records?

Connecticut law requires pharmacies to maintain three separate files for prescription records. This structure ensures compliance with regulations and helps in organizing prescription information efficiently. The three files typically include:

1. A file for prescriptions for controlled substances classified as Schedule II.

2. A file for prescriptions for controlled substances classified as Schedule III, IV, and V.

3. A file for all other non-controlled substance prescriptions.

This organization is vital not only for managing the prescription records but also for facilitating audits and ensuring proper tracking of controlled substances, thereby minimizing the potential for misuse and ensuring patient safety. Maintaining separate files aids in compliance with both state and federal regulations, ensuring that pharmacies can easily produce evidence of their dispensing practices when required by regulatory agencies.